Mofongo W/pork Chunk & Shrimp In Garlic Sauce Recipe
Make Mofongo W/pork Chunk & Shrimp In Garlic Sauce Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Mofongo
Pork Chunks & Shrimp
Garlic Sauce
Method
Mofongo Preparation
- 1
Frying the Plantains
Peel and chop the green plantains into chunks. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the plantain chunks until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- 2
Mashing the Plantains
In a mortar and pestle or a large bowl, mash the fried plantains with minced garlic, salt, and butter. Gradually add chicken broth until you achieve a creamy consistency. Set aside.
Pork Chunks & Shrimp Preparation
- 3
Cooking the Pork
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add pork chunks and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 4
- 5
Combining Pork and Shrimp
Return the cooked pork to the skillet, combining it with the shrimp mixture. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
Garlic Sauce Preparation
- 6
Making the Sauce
In another small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and add paprika. Simmer for 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Assembly
- 7
Serving the Dish
On a plate, mold a portion of mofongo in the center. Top with the pork and shrimp mixture, then drizzle with the garlic sauce. Serve immediately.
